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Omaka Medical Centre is a welcoming general practice based in Burleigh, Blenheim, providing comprehensive primary healthcare to individuals and whānau in the Marlborough region.

🌬️Cold air + asthma = not a great comboAs the cooler months roll in, we start to see more asthma flare-ups — and it’s no...
13/04/2026

🌬️Cold air + asthma = not a great combo

As the cooler months roll in, we start to see more asthma flare-ups — and it’s no coincidence. Breathing in cold, dry air can trigger coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath

💡 So what can you do?

✔️ Know your Asthma Action Plan
✔️ Carry your reliever inhaler with you at all times
✔️ Take your preventer medication regularly (even when you feel well)
✔️ Protect your lungs from cold air (a scarf helps!)

Your reliever inhaler works quickly to open your airways when symptoms hit — but your preventer helps stop flare-ups before they start

🔥 Top tip: Winter bugs like colds and flu are also common asthma triggers — so staying on top of your plan is key

👉 If you’re not sure about your asthma plan, or your symptoms are changing, book in with your GP or nurse — we’re here to help you breathe easier this winter.

Your blood sugar should be like a good Wi-Fi signal… stable and reliable!When blood sugar levels are too high for too lo...
13/03/2026

Your blood sugar should be like a good Wi-Fi signal… stable and reliable!

When blood sugar levels are too high for too long, it can damage your heart, eyes, kidneys and nerves. Diabetes happens when your body can’t properly control glucose (sugar) in the blood.

In Aotearoa New Zealand, over 320,000 people are living with diabetes, and many more are at risk.

The good news? Small steps can make a big difference:
👍 Eat well
👍 Move your body
👍 Get regular health checks
👍 Know your risk

If something doesn’t feel right — tiredness, thirst, frequent urination or blurred vision — talk to your GP or nurse. Early detection matters.

💙 Keep your health signal strong.

❤️ It’s Healthy Heart Month ❤️Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Aotearoa — but many risk fac...
25/02/2026

❤️ It’s Healthy Heart Month ❤️

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness in Aotearoa — but many risk factors are preventable.

Do you know your numbers?
✔️ Blood pressure
✔️ Cholesterol
✔️ Blood sugar
✔️ Waist measurement

Healthy weight, regular movement, and stopping smoking are powerful steps to protect your heart.

If it’s been a while since your last cardiovascular check, book in with our team at Omaka Medical Centre. Prevention is powerful.

📢 Changes to Prescription Lengths from February 2026From early 2026, some patients may be eligible for a 6- or 12-month ...
17/02/2026

📢 Changes to Prescription Lengths from February 2026

From early 2026, some patients may be eligible for a 6- or 12-month prescription — if it is clinically safe to do so

However:

• Your condition and medication must be stable
• You must not require regular monitoring
• The medicine must be suitable for extended prescribing
• A yearly in-person review is still required

Some medicines are not eligible, including controlled medicines, high-risk medications, or conditions requiring closer monitoring

Prescribers must also consider:
• Your overall health risk group
• Any unplanned hospital admissions in the past 12 months
• Whether you take high-risk medicines

Your GP or Nurse Practitioner will determine if an extended prescription is appropriate and safe for you.

If you would like to discuss whether you qualify for an extended prescription, please book an appointment.

For more information, check out:https://www.rnzcgp.org.nz/documents/650/12-month_prescription_changes_FAQs_FINAL_2.pdf

28/01/2026

Advice of the day:
Less sitting. More moving. Better living. 💃🕺
Join the movement 👉 moveyourbutt.org.nz 🍑

Omaka Medical Centre is a welcoming general practice based in Burleigh, Blenheim, providing comprehensive primary health...
28/01/2026

Omaka Medical Centre is a welcoming general practice based in Burleigh, Blenheim, providing comprehensive primary healthcare to individuals and whānau in the Marlborough region. Our experienced team of GPs, nurses and health professionals offers a full range of services including doctor and nurse consultations, minor surgery, immunisations, chronic disease management, women’s and child health, and more. We’re focused on supporting your overall wellbeing with same-day appointments, allied health support - all delivered with care and respect for our community.

We are open for enrolments - use the sign-up button, head to our website or pop in to see the reception team for a paper form. For more information, please do not hesitate to call.

Address

4 Richardson Avenue
Blenheim
7201

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+6435785252

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